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$649,900
3 Beds 2 Baths South Gate SubDv. 34239 Zip Code
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Welcome to this charming South Gate pool home, ideally situated on a quiet street just minutes from Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Downtown Sarasota, shopping, dining, schools and world-famous Siesta Key Beach. Set on a generous quarter-acre lot, this property offers a wonderful combination of location, privacy, character and Florida outdoor living with plenty of opportunity to make it your own. The true showstopper is the private backyard tropical oasis, surrounded by lush mature landscaping and mango trees. At the heart of the outdoor space is a stunning free-form saltwater pool, renovated in 2015, surrounded by an expansive travertine pool deck perfect for relaxing, entertaining and enjoying the Florida sunshine year-round. The fully fenced backyard provides exceptional privacy and plenty of room for gatherings, gardening or simply unwinding in your own tropical retreat. Inside the home is filled with character and distinctive architectural details. A dramatic floor-to-ceiling Coral Keystone wood-burning fireplace anchors the living room, while beautifully restored terrazzo flooring flows through the living room, dining room, kitchen and hallways. All three bedrooms feature warm wood flooring. The kitchen offers solid-surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, a skylight and a charming garden window overlooking the courtyard entry and established herb garden. Additional features include thermal-pane windows, two tankless water heaters and a convenient interior laundry room. The second bathroom, added in 2017, features an interior sink and toilet and also functions as a convenient pool bath with an outdoor shower. The third bedroom currently does not have a closet but can easily be converted back, offering flexibility for use as a bedroom, home office or den. An oversized two-car garage provides excellent storage and includes a dedicated 7' x 7' workshop area. Additional improvements include a full reroof in 2017, AC replacement in 2024, new 4-inch PVC sewer piping from the home to the Air Vac tap and fresh interior paint in the living room, dining room and kitchen. With its generous lot, established tropical setting, private saltwater pool and highly desirable South Gate location, this home offers something increasingly difficult to find, a property that can be enjoyed today while still providing the opportunity to update and make it uniquely your own. Whether you're relaxing poolside beneath the mature landscaping, entertaining friends in the expansive backyard or enjoying convenient access to Sarasota's beaches, downtown and everyday amenities, 3536 Jaffa Drive is ready for its next chapter. Schedule your private showing today!

3536 Jaffa Drive, Sarasota

$135,000
1 Beds 1 Baths Village Brooke SubDv. 34232 Zip Code
If you have been searching for a home that offers both comfort and a true feeling of community, this one stands out from the rest. Welcome to this inviting first-floor condo in the well-established community of Village Brooke. The home features an alluring kitchen with stunning counters and a pass-through bar top to the adjacent dining room, durable ceramic tile flooring, a generously sized bedroom with a walk-in closet, an assigned on-site storage unit, and a private, south-facing screened lanai that provides cool shade in the summer and gentle warmth in the winter. In addition to the full-scale updates made by the previous owner, the current owner has recently replaced the air conditioning system and dishwasher. Located just across from the Village Green public golf course, the Village Brooke community is appreciated for its beautifully maintained grounds and friendly atmosphere, and offers an active social calendar for residents, featuring weekly gatherings, seasonal events, and community activities designed to foster connection and engagement within the neighborhood. The association's reasonable monthly fee includes water/sewer, basic cable, trash, pest control, grounds maintenance, and on-site management, making everyday living simple and convenient. In addition, the association's fee also covers the outstanding recreation facilities, which include two heated pools, tennis courts that also accommodate pickleball, shuffleboard, and serene ponds with shaded gazebos outfitted with BBQ grills & picnic areas; As well as a clubhouse that offers billiards, a library, a gathering room, and a kitchen for events. Whether you are buying your first home, planning to downsize, wanting a lock-and-leave seasonal retreat, or adding a reliable long-term rental to your portfolio, this condo offers a carefree lifestyle in a welcoming community just minutes from Sarasota’s best shopping, dining, golf, and the world-famous white sand beaches and warm Gulf waters of Siesta Key. A 1% RATE BUY-DOWN IS AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED BUYERS WHO WORK WITH THE SELLER'S PREFERRED LENDER.

3269 Beneva Road Unit 102, Sarasota